Oyam, Uganda | With nine days remaining before the parliamentary polling date, National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate David Galla Okullu has officially stepped down from the race in favour of Willy Omodo Omodo, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer.
The announcement was made during a campaign rally at Aleka Subcounty, where Okullu declared his full commitment to Omodo’s candidacy.
He explained that his decision was driven by a desire to promote service delivery and development in Oyam District, which he believes can only be achieved through cooperation with the ruling party.
As the former NUP coordinator in Oyam, Okullu urged other opposition members to reconsider their positions and align with the government for the sake of progress.
He attributed poor service delivery in the district to persistent opposition politics and emphasized the need for unity under the ruling party.
He also expressed concern about the risks associated with chaotic political activities, including road tyre burnings, which he said were often directives from party officials.
His move, he noted, was partly motivated by the need to safeguard his life and avoid involvement in such unrest.
Omodo welcomed Okullu’s decision and pledged to work closely with him in mobilizing support for President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and all NRM flag bearers in Oyam District.
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